St. Charles, MO (December 16, 2024) – A two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Route Z and Route N in St. Charles on Monday evening, around 5:50 p.m. The crash involved a 2002 Honda Civic and a 2013 Ford F-150.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the driver of the Honda Civic, a 26-year-old female from Wentzville, MO, was traveling southbound on Route Z when she failed to stop at a steady red traffic signal. As a result, the front of the Ford F-150, driven by a 40-year-old male from Wentzville, MO, struck the right side of the Civic.
The Civic came to a stop facing south, while the Ford F-150 came to rest facing west, blocking the intersection. The collision caused significant disruption in traffic. The driver of the Civic, who was not wearing a safety device, sustained injuries and was transported to SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital Lake St. Louis by St. Charles County Ambulance.
Both vehicles sustained damage, with the Honda Civic experiencing extensive damage and the Ford F-150 sustaining moderate damage. Both vehicles were towed by Superior Towing.
Local law enforcement from St. Charles County Police Department assisted at the scene, and the crash remains under investigation.
Intersection Accidents in Missouri
Accidents at busy intersections, such as the one at Route Z and Route N, are a common risk on Missouri roads, especially when drivers fail to obey traffic signals. In this case, the failure to stop at a red light resulted in a side-impact collision, which can often lead to severe consequences, especially when vehicles are traveling at different speeds or directions.
The quick response from local emergency services highlights the importance of fast medical care, as well as efficient traffic management to prevent further incidents at the intersection. Drivers are reminded to always observe traffic signals, maintain a safe speed, and be extra cautious at intersections to prevent accidents like this one.
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